Mitchell Yap Gumabao Sr.[2] (Tagalog pronunciation: [guˈmɐbaʊ]; born 8 December 1956), better known as Dennis Roldan, is a Filipino former actor, basketball player, businessman, politician, and convicted kidnapper.
Dennis Roldan | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from Quezon City's 3rd congressional district | |
| In office June 30, 1992 – June 30, 1995 | |
| Preceded by | Nikki Coseteng |
| Succeeded by | Mike Defensor |
| Member of the Quezon City Council from the 3rd district | |
| In office February 2, 1988[1] – June 30, 1992 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Mitchell Yap Gumabao 8 December 1956 Manila, Philippines |
| Political party | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| Height | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) |
| Spouse | Loli Imperial |
| Relations | Isabel Rivas (sister) |
| Children | 8 including Michele (daughter), Marco (son) and Paolo (son) |
| Alma mater | Trinity College of Quezon City |
| Occupation |
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| Criminal information | |
| Conviction(s) | Kidnapping |
| Criminal penalty | Reclusión perpetua without parole (maximum of 40 years) |
| Imprisoned at | New Bilibid Prison |
Career
editBasketball
editBefore entering show business, he was a basketball player for Trinity College prior to being drafted to play for a short time with the Philippine Basketball Association's (PBA) Ginebra team and 1983 Gilbey's Gin Gimlets season team.[3]
Film
editHe later appeared in the film Kambal Sa Uma in 1979, Salome in 1981 and Paradise Inn in 1985. He won an award at the Metro Manila Film Festival for Best Supporting Actor in the movie Hot Property in 1983.[4] In the same year, Roldan portrayed a kidnapper in the box office bomb action film, Terrorist Hunter starring Eddie Garcia.
Politics
editHe was elected Quezon City councilor in 1988, and was elected Congressman from 1992 to 1995 in the 3rd District of Quezon City. He ran for a second term in 1995 but lost to Michael Defensor.
Personal life
editRoldan is a Filipino of Chinese[5] and Spanish ancestry. He is the older brother of actress Isabel Rivas. He is the father of actor Marco Gumabao and volleyball player Michele Gumabao.[6] Roldan revealed that he made a "covenant" with God as a result of prison-based Bible studies and fellowship seminars. He has since become a born-again Christian. He has been a pastor of Jesus Christ the Life Giver Ministry, which is based in Quezon City.[7][8]
Kidnapping conviction
editOn August 26, 2014, the Pasig Regional Trial Court found Roldan and two other persons guilty of kidnapping a Chinese-Filipino boy back in 2005. Following his arrest, Roldan's character in romance drama My Destiny was depicted to be killed off.[9] He is currently serving a life sentence.[10][11][12][13]
Filmography
editFilm
edit| Year | Title | Role | Note(s) | Ref(s). |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | Kambal sa Uma | |||
| 1980 | Palawan | |||
| Goriong Butete | ||||
| Chicks | ||||
| Ito ang Babae | ||||
| Totoy Boogie | ||||
| Sexy Dancers | ||||
| 1981 | Uhaw Na Dagat | |||
| Bakit Bughaw ang Langit? | ||||
| Kontrobersyal | ||||
| Salome | ||||
| 1983 | Exploitation | |||
| Kirot | ||||
| Hot Property | ||||
| 1984 | Akin ang Iyong Katawan | |||
| Hindi Mo Akong Kayang Tapakan | ||||
| Puri | ||||
| Mahilig | ||||
| 1985 | Paradise Inn | |||
| 1986 | Hiram Na Katawan | |||
| Ang Daigdig Ay Isang Butil Na Luha | ||||
| 1987 | Mamaw | |||
| 1988 | Love Letters | |||
| 1990 | Dyesebel | Dennis | ||
| Hahamakin Lahat | ||||
| 1991 | Markang Bungo: The Bobby Ortega Story | |||
| Takas sa Impierno | Edmund | |||
| 1992 | Manong Gang | |||
| Basagulero | ||||
| 1993 | Padre Amante Guerrero | |||
| 1994 | Mayor Cesar Climaco | |||
| Secret Love | Efren | |||
| Separada | ||||
| 1995 | Matimbang Pa sa Dugo | |||
| Hanggang sa Huling Bala | Richard | |||
| 1996 | Ganti ng Puso | Col. Maramba | ||
| Suicide Rangers | ||||
| Sa Kamay ng Batas | ||||
| Medrano | ||||
| Bilang Na ang Araw Mo | Rodel | |||
| Akin ang Puri | ||||
| Hangga't May Hininga | Acosta | |||
| 1997 | Pusakal | |||
| Ligaw Na Bala: Lt. Alexander Lademor | ||||
| Iskalawag: Ang Batas Ay Batas | ||||
| Ayos Lang, Pare Ko | ||||
| 2005 | Terrorist Hunter | Malik | ||
| 2013 | 10,000 Hours | |||
| 2019 | Bato: The General Ronald dela Rosa Story | An NPA leader |
Television
edit| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Wagas: The Flora & Harry Gasser Love Story | Harry Gasser | Episode role | GMA Network |
| My Destiny | Mateo Andrada | Supporting role | ||
| 2001–2003 | Sana ay Ikaw na Nga | Amadeus | Recurring role | |
| Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan | Dr. Anton dela Cruz | Extended role | ABS-CBN | |
| 1999–2001 | Saan Ka Man Naroroon | Greg | Recurring role | |
| 1999–2002 | Ang Munting Paraiso | Doc Mendez | Guest role | |
| 1999–2001 | Rio Del Mar | Miguel Bautista | GMA Network |
References
edit- ^ Lanuza, Angelo E.; Lucas, Danilo (3 February 1988). "SC orders Simon to reply to poll charges". Manila Standard. Standard Publications, Inc. p. 8. Retrieved 17 November 2021.
- ^ Mangunay, Kristine Felisse; Carvajal, Nancy C. (27 August 2014). "Roldan convicted for tot's kidnap". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on 11 October 2021. Retrieved 11 October 2021.
- ^ "Former actor now a pastor". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on 2 April 2012. Retrieved 15 January 2013.
- ^ "THE 1983 METRO MANILA FILM FESTIVAL"
- ^ "Tracing Chinese ancestry of stars | Tempo – News in a Flash". Tempo. Archived from the original on 19 October 2013. Retrieved 18 October 2013.
- ^ "New teen comedy show 'Luv U' introduces new heartthrob Marco Gumabao"
- ^ "Ex-actor Dennis Roldan now a pastor". Archived from the original on 15 February 2013. Retrieved 14 January 2013.
- ^ "Dennis Roldan, Former Actor Now A Pastor". Archived from the original on 29 June 2012. Retrieved 15 January 2013.
- ^ "Tom Rodriguez on Dennis Roldan getting life sentence for kidnapping: "Akala ko biro, akala ko baka mali, baka ibang tao."". PEP.ph. 14 September 2014. Retrieved 13 September 2024.
- ^ "Dennis Roldan negotiated for release of kidnap victim". 12 December 2007. Retrieved 12 December 2007.
- ^ "What Went Before: Dennis Roldan the kidnap mastermind". 27 August 2014. Retrieved 27 August 2014.
- ^ "TIMELINE: The Dennis Roldan kidnapping case". 26 August 2014. Retrieved 26 August 2014.
- ^ "Dennis Roldan gets life for kidnapping boy". 26 August 2014. Retrieved 26 August 2014.